The pulleys are around 3.
Garage attic lift diy.
If you re not certain whether your attic can bear the load it s best to consult a structural engineer.
Attic or storage trusses on the other hand are designed to support extra weight.
Sep 3 2013 i have gotten questions on the pulley and design of the attic lift.
If your garage attic has a floor plywood or osb and enough space for you to stand up chances are you have trusses suitable for an attic lift.
I hope the pictures answer some of your questions.
If you re like me you have a lot of seasonal items for various holidays taking up space around your house and they only get pulled out for a brief time each year.